Barstow, CA — At least one person was injured Wednesday morning following a two-vehicle collision on the Interstate 15 Freeway near Holloran Springs Road, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

The crash occurred at approximately 11:08 a.m. in the southbound lanes of I-15. Authorities confirmed that two vehicles were involved, though the circumstances leading up to the collision were not immediately clear. Emergency responders arrived on scene and provided medical assistance before transporting at least one injured individual to a local hospital for treatment. The extent of the injuries has not been released.

Traffic in the area was affected as CHP officers worked to investigate the crash and clear the roadway. Additional details regarding the vehicles involved or potential contributing factors have not yet been made public. CHP continues to investigate the incident.

This collision adds to ongoing traffic safety concerns across San Bernardino County, which consistently ranks among the more dangerous regions for motorists in Southern California. In 2024, the county recorded approximately 14,615 people injured or killed in traffic collisions. While this number reflects a slight decline compared to previous years, San Bernardino County continues to report a high fatality rate per capita, with 17.22 deaths per 100,000 residents—more than double the rate seen in larger counties such as Los Angeles and San Diego.